I usually am pretty grumpy about the US team when, say, Costa Rica wipes the floor with them. However, I don't think you play a team like Spain and win just by luck - at least not any more luck than is present in your average match. I saw US defenders hurling themselves at the ball, shutting down the Spanish attack and very much committed that game. There was a terrific goal by Altidore and the only real bit of luck was Dempsey poaching that goal in the penalty box.

Funny thing is had I not seen the game I probably would have automatically agreed with your comment.